House Bill 2579, also known as Senate Bill 2499, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 41-2-152, which pertains to the supervision of prisoners while they are engaged in work outside of a county workhouse or jail. The bill removes the previous subsection (c) and introduces new provisions that outline specific conditions under which the section does not apply. These conditions include the requirement that the prisoner must be supervised by an armed law enforcement or corrections officer and remain within their direct eyesight, or that a written agreement must be established between the sheriff and the employing entity, which includes the entity accepting full liability if the prisoner leaves without permission.

The bill aims to enhance the safety and accountability of prisoners working outside of correctional facilities by ensuring proper supervision and liability agreements are in place. It is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 41-2-152